The Shasta Cascade Region is your gateway to outdoor adventure. With towering mountains, pristine lakes and rivers, cascading waterfalls, seven National Forests, eight National and State Parks, and thousands of acres of wilderness, the recreational opportunities are endless. Travel along one of the region's Scenic Byways to experience the area's breathtaking scenery and discover historical points of interest. Make life-long memories with friends and family experiencing a variety of activities and attractions that you can only find throughout the Shasta Cascade Region. Spend a weekend relaxing on the lake houseboating, hiking a volcano, fly fishing in a world class river, along with a variety of other activities that are waiting to be experienced.